Articles tagged with: clinical psychology
Disgust Propensity as a Predictor of Intrusive Cognitions Following a Distressing Film
Abstract Although extant research examining predictors of development of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) have focused primarily
on fear and anxiety, recent research suggests that a range of different emotional reactions may occur in response to traumatic
events. For example, specific aspects of traumatic exposure frequently include either experiencing or witnessing events that
may elicit disgust, including injury, death, or sexual assault (e.g., Dalgleish and Power in Behav Res Ther Spec Issue Festschrift
Spec Issue John Tea [...]
Abstract Although extant research examining predictors of development of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) have focused primarily
on fear and anxiety, recent research suggests that a range of different emotional reactions may occur in response to traumatic
events. For example, specific aspects of traumatic exposure frequently include either experiencing or witnessing events that
may elicit disgust, including injury, death, or sexual assault (e.g., Dalgleish and Power in Behav Res Ther Spec Issue Festschrift
Spec Issue John Tea [...]
Congregations and Older Adult Resources
Abstract This article defines ways in which a community can honor older adults as an invaluable resource to community life. A biographical
study of a particular community is undertaken in order to extricate its theological convictions and ethical values. This study
underscores the pivotal role of older adults in community function. Moreover, this article challenges scholars, caregivers,
congregations to develop theories and strategies of care efficacious for healing.
Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11089-010-0308-5Au [...]
Abstract This article defines ways in which a community can honor older adults as an invaluable resource to community life. A biographical
study of a particular community is undertaken in order to extricate its theological convictions and ethical values. This study
underscores the pivotal role of older adults in community function. Moreover, this article challenges scholars, caregivers,
congregations to develop theories and strategies of care efficacious for healing.
Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11089-010-0308-5Au [...]
Asian Female and Caucasian Male Couples: Exploring the Attraction
Abstract This essay examines the dynamics that trigger attraction between Asian females and Caucasian males. The author conducted ten
interviews with Caucasian males who are interested in having a relationship with an Asian female; these men discussed their
assumptions about Asian females. This essay then explores these dynamics in light of two books on East-West relations: Orientalism by Edward W. Said (1979) and The Asian Mystique by Sheridan Prasso (2005). Next this essay explores the psychological aspects of finding partners by [...]
Abstract This essay examines the dynamics that trigger attraction between Asian females and Caucasian males. The author conducted ten
interviews with Caucasian males who are interested in having a relationship with an Asian female; these men discussed their
assumptions about Asian females. This essay then explores these dynamics in light of two books on East-West relations: Orientalism by Edward W. Said (1979) and The Asian Mystique by Sheridan Prasso (2005). Next this essay explores the psychological aspects of finding partners by [...]
Psychometric Properties of a Behavioral Test of Contamination-Related Obsessive–Compulsive Symptoms
Abstract In this study, we evaluated the psychometric properties of a Behavioral Approach Task (BAT) for contamination-related obsessive–compulsive
symptoms. We adapted the BAT from Cougle et al’s. (2007) design, which comprised three tests corresponding to three different contamination-related stimuli and a hierarchy of six
steps of approach within each test. We obtained anxiety and disgust ratings at each BAT step. Participants with low or high
contamination fear completed self-report measures of obsessive–compulsive sympt [...]
Abstract In this study, we evaluated the psychometric properties of a Behavioral Approach Task (BAT) for contamination-related obsessive–compulsive
symptoms. We adapted the BAT from Cougle et al’s. (2007) design, which comprised three tests corresponding to three different contamination-related stimuli and a hierarchy of six
steps of approach within each test. We obtained anxiety and disgust ratings at each BAT step. Participants with low or high
contamination fear completed self-report measures of obsessive–compulsive sympt [...]
Forever Young: Pastoral Care and the Experience of “Aging,” Reconsidered
Abstract As we age, we inevitably experience diminishment in our physical functioning yet this need not yield a diminished sense of
self. Our personal interior life and our ability to find grace in the midst of challenges are not adequately defined by the
psychological, medical, or theological understandings of aging that we have inherited. Rather, there is positive potential
in aging, particularly if we hone our adaptive coping skills. Pastoral care providers can facilitate enrichment of individuals’
and faith communities’ c [...]
Abstract As we age, we inevitably experience diminishment in our physical functioning yet this need not yield a diminished sense of
self. Our personal interior life and our ability to find grace in the midst of challenges are not adequately defined by the
psychological, medical, or theological understandings of aging that we have inherited. Rather, there is positive potential
in aging, particularly if we hone our adaptive coping skills. Pastoral care providers can facilitate enrichment of individuals’
and faith communities’ c [...]
The Craftsman and His Apprentice: A Kohutian Interpretation of the Gospel Narratives of Jesus Christ
Abstract Kohutian theory suggests that relationships play a central role in structuring and sustaining the psychological self. In this
article, we apply self psychology to the Father-Son dyad found in the Synoptic and Johannine narratives in order to understand
the Jesus of the gospels in a new, psychologically informed manner. Conclusions are drawn related to how self psychology can
help to elucidate the biblical relationship between God the Father and Son, or the craftsman and his apprentice, as well as
how, conversely, the Fat [...]
Abstract Kohutian theory suggests that relationships play a central role in structuring and sustaining the psychological self. In this
article, we apply self psychology to the Father-Son dyad found in the Synoptic and Johannine narratives in order to understand
the Jesus of the gospels in a new, psychologically informed manner. Conclusions are drawn related to how self psychology can
help to elucidate the biblical relationship between God the Father and Son, or the craftsman and his apprentice, as well as
how, conversely, the Fat [...]
Is Timing Everything? Sequential Effects of Rumination and Distraction on Interpersonal Problem Solving
Abstract Rumination has been closely linked to risk for depression, whereas distraction has been hypothesized to decrease sad mood
and to promote effective problem solving. This study investigates the hypothesis that it is not the use of specific strategies
but rather their timing that is critical. Following a negative mood induction, participants were assigned to either immediately
ruminate or distract followed by a second set of instructions to either ruminate or distract. Participants who initially engaged
in distraction, comp [...]
Abstract Rumination has been closely linked to risk for depression, whereas distraction has been hypothesized to decrease sad mood
and to promote effective problem solving. This study investigates the hypothesis that it is not the use of specific strategies
but rather their timing that is critical. Following a negative mood induction, participants were assigned to either immediately
ruminate or distract followed by a second set of instructions to either ruminate or distract. Participants who initially engaged
in distraction, comp [...]
Worry, Anhedonic Depression, and Emotional Styles
Abstract This study examined how elevated levels of worry and anhedonic depression are associated with affect intensity, attention
to emotion, and clarity of emotion. University students (N = 923) completed the Affect Intensity Measure, the Trait Meta Mood Scale, the Penn State Worry Questionnaire and the anhedonic
depression subscale from the Mood and Anxiety Symptom Questionnaire. Control individuals with worry and depression scores
below the median (n = 158) were compared with three distress groups—elevate [...]
Abstract This study examined how elevated levels of worry and anhedonic depression are associated with affect intensity, attention
to emotion, and clarity of emotion. University students (N = 923) completed the Affect Intensity Measure, the Trait Meta Mood Scale, the Penn State Worry Questionnaire and the anhedonic
depression subscale from the Mood and Anxiety Symptom Questionnaire. Control individuals with worry and depression scores
below the median (n = 158) were compared with three distress groups—elevate [...]
Therapeutic Alliance in Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Schizophrenia: Association with History of Sexual Assault
Abstract History of sexual assault in schizophrenia has been suggested as a risk factor for psychosis and a graver course of illness.
One possibility is that a history of this type of trauma affects responses to treatment by forming a barrier to a therapeutic
alliance. To explore this possibility, we compared monthly ratings of therapeutic alliance for clients with schizophrenia
with (n = 9) and without (n = 31) a history of sexual assault across 6 months of cognitive behavior therapy. Ratings were collect [...]
Abstract History of sexual assault in schizophrenia has been suggested as a risk factor for psychosis and a graver course of illness.
One possibility is that a history of this type of trauma affects responses to treatment by forming a barrier to a therapeutic
alliance. To explore this possibility, we compared monthly ratings of therapeutic alliance for clients with schizophrenia
with (n = 9) and without (n = 31) a history of sexual assault across 6 months of cognitive behavior therapy. Ratings were collect [...]
Partnering with Children Diagnosed with Mental Health Issues: Contributions of a Sociology of Childhood Perspective to Participatory Action Research
Abstract This paper explores the use of participatory action research (PAR) with children diagnosed with mental health issues. We argue
that critiques from the sociology of childhood are useful for guiding PAR with children. First, we describe and critique values
and assumptions that underlie research and practice with children who experience mental health issues. Second, we outline
key qualities of the sociology of childhood, discuss their implications for PAR with children diagnosed with mental health
issues, and touch on ethic [...]
Abstract This paper explores the use of participatory action research (PAR) with children diagnosed with mental health issues. We argue
that critiques from the sociology of childhood are useful for guiding PAR with children. First, we describe and critique values
and assumptions that underlie research and practice with children who experience mental health issues. Second, we outline
key qualities of the sociology of childhood, discuss their implications for PAR with children diagnosed with mental health
issues, and touch on ethic [...] 
